<p>Tom Curran, who was bought by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2024 auction, has been dealt with a four-match ban in the ongoing Big Bash League 2023/24 edition in Australia. The Sydney Sixers all-rounder was involved in an incident with an umpire when he was attempting to perform his pre-match practice run-ups on the pitch. Following this,&nbsp;it led to a charge of intimidation against the umpire. Notably, it is a serious level 3 offence under Cricket Australia's code of conduct.</p>

<p>CA said in a statement, "The umpire took position next to the stumps, blocking Curran from approaching the pitch and gestured to Curran to move away from the pitch. Curran was seen in the footage gesturing to the umpire to move away from the pitch.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2024-auction-former-nz-player-baffled-by-multimillion-dollar-man-pat-cummins-inclusion-in-srh-672051">IPL 2024 auction: Former NZ player baffled by multimillion-dollar man Pat Cummins' inclusion in SRH</a></strong></p>

<p>The statement added, "Curran then attempted to perform a practice run-up and run at pace straight towards the umpire who stood in the bowling crease facing Curran. The umpire stepped to his right to avoid the risk of collision."</p>

<p>Despite Curran's argument, the 28-year-old was found guilty and handed a four-match suspension. As a result, the English all-rounder will now miss his club's upcoming four games --&nbsp;against the Adelaide Strikers, Melbourne Stars, Sydney Thunder, and Brisbane Heat. The dates of these matches span from Dec&nbsp;26 to Jan&nbsp;1.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Sydney Sixers, however, have decided to appeal the sanction. The club's&nbsp;head Rachael Haynes&nbsp;said in a statement, "Tom and the club maintain that Tom did not knowingly or intentionally intimidate a match official, and on legal advice, we will exercise our right to appeal the decision. We will support Tom during this period and look forward to him returning to the field."</p>

<p>Curran was recently picked by the Virat Kohli-starrer RCB franchise in the IPL 2024 mini-auction, held in Dubai on Dec 19. He was bought by the Faf du Plessis-led franchise for INR 1.5 crore (15 million).&nbsp;</p>


Tom Curran, who was bought by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2024 auction, has been dealt with a four-match ban in the ongoing Big Bash League 2023/24 edition in Australia.

Tom Curran, who was bought by the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2024 auction, has been dealt with a four-match ban in the ongoing Big Bash League 2023/24 edition in Australia. The Sydney Sixers all-rounder was involved in an incident with an umpire when he was attempting to perform his pre-match practice run-ups on the pitch. Following this, it led to a charge of intimidation against the umpire. Notably, it is a serious level 3 offence under Cricket Australia's code of conduct. CA said in a statement, "The umpire took position next to the stumps, blocking Curran from approaching the pitch and gestured to Curran to move away from the pitch. Curran was seen in the footage gesturing to the umpire to move away from the pitch. Also read: IPL 2024 auction: Former NZ player baffled by multimillion-dollar man Pat Cummins' inclusion in SRH The statement added, "Curran then attempted to perform a practice run-up and run at pace straight towards the umpire who stood in the bowling crease facing Curran. The umpire stepped to his right to avoid the risk of collision." Despite Curran's argument, the 28-year-old was found guilty and handed a four-match suspension. As a result, the English all-rounder will now miss his club's upcoming four games -- against the Adelaide Strikers, Melbourne Stars, Sydney Thunder, and Brisbane Heat. The dates of these matches span from Dec 26 to Jan 1. The Sydney Sixers, however, have decided to appeal the sanction. The club's head Rachael Haynes said in a statement, "Tom and the club maintain that Tom did not knowingly or intentionally intimidate a match official, and on legal advice, we will exercise our right to appeal the decision. We will support Tom during this period and look forward to him returning to the field." Curran was recently picked by the Virat Kohli-starrer RCB franchise in the IPL 2024 mini-auction, held in Dubai on Dec 19. He was bought by the Faf du Plessis-led franchise for INR 1.5 crore (15 million).

BBL: Sydney Sixers' Tom Curran faces four-match ban for umpire intimidation, club to lodge appeal

<p>The Big Bash League (BBL) has taken the cricketing world by storm as top Australian sides are giving their best shot to conquer glory in the T20 competition in the nation. Michael Neser was the spotlight of the BBL 13 on Tuesday (December 12) after he produced a moment of magic for the Brisbane Heat as they beat hosts Sydney Thunders by 20 runs. The win also saw Brisbane Heat take the top spot in the BBL 13 as they are now unbeaten in their opening three matches.</p>

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<h2><strong>Neser’s magical moment</strong></h2>

<p>On the final delivery of the ninth over, Neser went all guns blazing as he put in a sliding dive to clutch Alex Ross on 2. With Paul Walter bowling Sydney Thunder were 56/3 after 8.5 overs when the superb magical moment in the field occurred. Neser’s dive was the big moment in the match as it turned the flow of the match in their direction. Before the wicket, Thunders needed 96 to win off 67 deliverers with seven wickets in hand.</p>

<p>The moment turned out to be decisive in the outcome of the contest as Heat went on to win by 20 runs with six balls to spare. Xavier Bartlett ended with the best return with the ball for Heat as he ended with figures of 35/3 in four overs. Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann and Alex Walter all ended with two wickets each. Interestingly, Neser also scalped a wicket in his two overs for the side. Courtesy of the superb bowling show Thunders were bowled out for 131 in their own backyard.</p>

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<h2><strong>Overall scenario</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier, Tanveer Sangha’s resolute bowling for Sydney had seen Brisbane restricted at 151/7 in their 20 overs. Collin Munro was the top scorer with 46 while Sangha scalped three wickets with the ball for the hosts. The pitch was more favouring the spinners both sets of players enjoyed their time in the middle.</p>

<p>The win coupled with their previous draw has seen Heat take the top spot with five points after three matches in the BBL 13 season. They have so far won two matches and drawn one while Thunders have started their campaign on a losing note with today’s defeat.</p>


The Big Bash League (BBL) has taken the cricketing world by storm as top Australian sides are giving their best shot to conquer glory in the T20 competition in the nation.

The Big Bash League (BBL) has taken the cricketing world by storm as top Australian sides are giving their best shot to conquer glory in the T20 competition in the nation. Michael Neser was the spotlight of the BBL 13 on Tuesday (December 12) after he produced a moment of magic for the Brisbane Heat as they beat hosts Sydney Thunders by 20 runs. The win also saw Brisbane Heat take the top spot in the BBL 13 as they are now unbeaten in their opening three matches. WHAT A CATCH 🤯 Michael Neser can do no wrong🔥#BringTheHEAT #BBL13 pic.twitter.com/BipkO65iW0 — Brisbane Heat (@HeatBBL) December 12, 2023 × Neser’s magical moment On the final delivery of the ninth over, Neser went all guns blazing as he put in a sliding dive to clutch Alex Ross on 2. With Paul Walter bowling Sydney Thunder were 56/3 after 8.5 overs when the superb magical moment in the field occurred. Neser’s dive was the big moment in the match as it turned the flow of the match in their direction. Before the wicket, Thunders needed 96 to win off 67 deliverers with seven wickets in hand. The moment turned out to be decisive in the outcome of the contest as Heat went on to win by 20 runs with six balls to spare. Xavier Bartlett ended with the best return with the ball for Heat as he ended with figures of 35/3 in four overs. Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Kuhnemann and Alex Walter all ended with two wickets each. Interestingly, Neser also scalped a wicket in his two overs for the side. Courtesy of the superb bowling show Thunders were bowled out for 131 in their own backyard. ALSO READ | Champions League: Manchester United's fate hangs in balance as Harry Kane's Bayern Munich visit Old Trafford Overall scenario Earlier, Tanveer Sangha’s resolute bowling for Sydney had seen Brisbane restricted at 151/7 in their 20 overs. Collin Munro was the top scorer with 46 while Sangha scalped three wickets with the ball for the hosts. The pitch was more favouring the spinners both sets of players enjoyed their time in the middle. The win coupled with their previous draw has seen Heat take the top spot with five points after three matches in the BBL 13 season. They have so far won two matches and drawn one while Thunders have started their campaign on a losing note with today’s defeat.

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BBL: Sydney Sixers' Tom Curran faces four-match ban for umpire intimidation, club to lodge appeal

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